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equivalent

[ɪˈkwɪvələnt]

equivalent Definition

equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc..

Using equivalent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "equivalent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    One pound is equivalent to 16 ounces.

  • Example

    The two products are equivalent in quality.

  • Example

    The word 'big' is roughly equivalent to 'large'.

  • Example

    The two expressions are equivalent in meaning.

equivalent Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with equivalent

  • equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.

    Example

    One euro is equivalent to about 1.20 US dollars.

  • approximately equal

    Example

    The two products are roughly equivalent in price.

  • fractions that have the same value but different numerators and denominators

    Example

    1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

Origins of equivalent

from Latin 'aequivalent-', present participle of 'aequivalere', meaning 'be equivalent to'

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Summary: equivalent in Brief

The term 'equivalent' [ɪˈkwɪvələnt] refers to something that is equal in value, amount, function, meaning, or other aspects. It is often used to compare two things that are similar, such as 'The two products are equivalent in quality.' 'Equivalent' can also be used in phrases like 'equivalent to' and 'equivalent fractions,' which refer to things that have the same value or meaning. Synonyms include 'equal,' 'comparable,' and 'corresponding.'

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